2001 BMW 745 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 745 | 164 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |